82. When A Song Hits Like A Time Machine

82. When A Song Hits Like A Time Machine

June 15, 2026 · 19 min · Episode 82

About this episode

Tiana Gonzalez explores how curating 80s playlists evokes unexpected memories and emotions, discussing the impact of music on personal experiences.

Music turns into a time machine when I start curating 80s playlists and realize they’re pulling up memories I didn’t expect. I talk through how I handle the emotional whiplash, why re-listening as an adult changes everything, and how art can lock in the feelings we never forget. • curating playlists and noticing surprise emotions • using 80s R&B, funk, and classic pop to reconnect with old seasons of life • remembering what MTV’s video rotation felt like and how it shape...

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